This thread is about 1911's, not just Ruger 1911's. I've owned guns for most of my life, and for a number of years had an Army issued 1911 45acp for military use (although admittedly I didn't shoot it much beyond a couple of times a year) and have never understood the almost reverential awe that some gun owners hold for the 1911 design. It certainly was a good, workable design, but what makes it special to so many folks? My Ruger PC97 had never, ever had a single problem, nor have I had any problems with the reliability and accuracy of any of the Glocks I own, while my one and only Kimber (a 1911 design) was plagued by problem which resulted in me getting rid of that gun. I have no problem with anyone owning anything that they like, and the 1911 is certainly a good design that has stood the test of time, but when I read of some who think that NOTHING but the 1911 is worth having, I am puzzled. Set me straight.